Definition

A cooking method where fat and sugar are mixed together to create a light, fluffy mixture, often used in baking.

Example

The recipe called for creaming the butter and sugar until it was light and fluffy.

Conversation

I just learned about the technique of creaming butter and sugar for baking.

Oh really? I've heard that makes the cake really fluffy.

Yes! I can't wait to try creaming it for my next recipe.

You should! It sounds like it could make a big difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To mix or beat ingredients, especially butter and sugar, until they are smooth and fluffy.

Example

She is creaming the butter and sugar together to make the cake batter.

Tense Forms

Conversation

I love how you’re creaming the frosting on that cake!

Thanks! It’s my favorite part of baking.

I should try creaming my own frosting next time.

Root Explanation

Creaming → The word 'creaming' is derived from 'cream' (from Old French *creme*, meaning the fatty part of milk) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). Thus, 'creaming' refers to the process of mixing or beating cream until it becomes light and fluffy.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of mixing or beating the 'fatty part of milk' (cream) to remember that 'creaming' means the process of making cream light and fluffy.

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